Keating Of Chicago GAS FRYER, Service Manual

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A 3/4” NPT manual gas valve is factory installed with
each floor model fryer (for single fryers and batteries),
except for 10x11AA – 20AA models which use a 1/2”
NPT valve. The required gas pressure for proper
operation of each fryer is 4” water column for natural
gas and 10” water column for Propane gas at the
burner manifold. Remove the allen head test plug on
the gas manifold and use a manometer to check the
gas pressure.
In-line pressure regulators are not supplied by Keating.
They are to be provided and installed by others as
directed by local codes.
NOTE: If more than one gas fryer is on the same supply
line, you may require a larger line. Consult your local gas
company to assure adequate volume and pressure.
Refer to serial plate for proper gas requirements for your
particular model.
ELECTRICAL
CONNECTION
The Keating Instant Recovery® Gas fryer is equipped
with a 9’ neoprene covered, 3 wire electrical cord with
a three-pronged grounded plug for protection against
electrical shock. This plug must be placed into a 120V
properly grounded three-pronged outlet (NEMA 5-15 or
5-20). For proper grounding procedures see local
codes or, in the absence of local codes, the current
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian
Electrical Code CAN 22.2 as applicable.
NOTE: AA and CMG Models do not require any outside
electrical connections.
NOTE: The electrical wiring diagram for the fryer is
attached to the inside of the fryer door and to the inside
of this manual.
WARNING
DO NOT CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING
PRONG FROM THIS PLUG.
GAS LEAK
TESTING
Prior to lighting your fryer:
1. Make sure all thermostats, switches and safety
valves are in the “OFF” position.
2. Turn main On/Off manual gas valve to the “ON”
position.
3. Have your plumber or gas company check for
leaks with a soap solution or sniffer. (NEVER check
with an open flame!)
4. Have your plumber or gas company representative
light the constant pilot. (Not necessary if your fryer
has an optional spark ignitor.)
NOTE: It is estimated that half of all service calls made
on Keating Instant Recovery® Gas fryers result from
an inadequate gas supply. During installation, have a
gas company representative make certain that the fryer
is receiving adequate gas pressure and volume.
WARNING
PROPANE GAS MAY EVENTUALLY LOSE ITS
ODOR AND PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN TO
ASSURE THAT IT IS NOT PRESENT EVEN THOUGH
YOU DO NOT DETECT AN ODOR. IF THERE IS ANY
DOUBT, YOU SHOULD CALL YOUR LOCAL
PROPANE GAS SUPPLIER FOR ASSISTANCE.
III OPERATING
FILLING
NOTE: Before filling the fryer make certain the fryer
vessel is sanitized, dry and the drain valve is
completely closed. See figure 3-4 on page 7 for
location of drain valve.
CAUTION: We recommend that solid shortening not be
used in AA and CMG Model fryers as they are not
equipped with a melt cycle. If solid shortening is used,
it should be melted prior to filling the fryer vessel.
Damage done by melting solid shortening in the fryer
vessel will void the warranty.
WARNING
BE SURE THE HEAT TRANSFER TUBES ARE
COMPLETELY COVERED WITH OIL BEFORE
SWITCHING THE FRYER ON. IF OIL LEVEL DROPS
BELOW TOP OF HEAT TRANSFER TUBES,
SEVERE DAMAGE TO FRYER AND INJURY TO
OPERATOR MAY RESULT!
WARNING
WATER (IN ANY FORM) AND HOT OIL DON’T MIX!!!